Procedure: Initializing a system using the service assistant
To initialize a system using the service assistant rather than the USB flash drive, use this procedure.
About this task
Note: The service assistant gives you the option to create
a clustered system only if the node state is candidate.
Procedure
To initialize a clustered system using the service assistant, complete the following steps.
- Point your web browser to the service assistant address of a node canister. It is best to use the node canister in slot 1; when viewed from the rear of the control enclosure, the left node canister. The default service address for this canister is 192.168.70.121/service.
- Log on with the superuser password. The default password is passw0rd. If you cannot connect, see Problem: Cannot connect to the service assistant.
- Select Manage System.
- Enter the system name and the management IP address.
- Click Create System.
- Point a supported browser to the management IP address that you specified to start the management GUI. The management GUI logon panel is displayed.
- Log on as superuser. Use passw0rd for the password.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
Results
Attention: Without a USB flash drive to
service the system, it is not possible to reset the superuser password
or to change the system IP addresses in the event of a fault that
prevents access to the management interface. It is essential that
you take steps to record this information for use in the event of
a failure.